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Caring Paws Veterinary Care Melbourne

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Medical and Surgical services including vaccinations, des*xing, dental and more..

At Caring Paws, our goal is simple:
✨ Excellent care
✨ Clear communication
✨ Real value
We’re here to make the vet experience feel different-for both you and your pets.

06/10/2026

A little FIP happy tale, showing Mat being happy at home with his sibling.🙂

This young cat came to us with a fever and a swollen tummy caused by fluid building up in his abdomen.

So, what is FIP?
FIP stands for feline infectious peritonitis.

It can develop when a common feline coronavirus changes inside an individual cat and triggers serious inflammation throughout the body. The common coronavirus can spread between cats, but FIP itself is not usually passed directly from one cat to another.

FIP was once considered almost always fatal. With advances in veterinary medicine, it can now be treatable.

After a week of treatment, this little fellow is back to feeling like himself. His progress is very encouraging, though he still needs to complete treatment and have veterinary monitoring.

We’re so happy to see him doing well and will be cheering him on every step of the way.

02/10/2026

Just one of our cute patients 🥰

Coco chilling in the room while listening to conversations about dental care at home.. we want the dental treatment your pet has to be worthwhile so you can hopefully skip a dental or two in their lifetime.

Small dogs can be especially prone to dental disease. Genetics, smaller jaws, soft or wet diets and crowded teeth can allow plaque and tartar to build up quickly, even when owners are doing their best at home.

Her owner is stoked her stinky breath and gum disease are gone.

Swipe left to see Coco just after waking up from her procedure, still sleepy and a little soggy, but awake enough to give her nurse a sweet thank you kiss!

Coco looked a bit wet here because we tend to give our patients a good face wash and clean after a dental, how good does she look after her blow dry 🙂.

29/09/2026

Brave Billy came to us following a dog bite(thankfully, mild) and required thorough cleaning and some stitches.

Beautiful Billy was trying to say hello to another doggie next door and unfortunately got his paws bit under the fence.

With dog bites, the injuries visible on the skin can be only the tip of the iceberg we say, a small puncture may conceal crushing, tearing and tissue damage underneath. Bacteria can also be pushed deep below the skin from the force and shaking, potentially causing infection, abscess formation or tissue breakdown over the following days.

That’s why every bite wound deserves prompt vet attention, even when it doesn’t look particularly serious from the outside.

In suitable cases, starting antibiotics early may help prevent the infection from worsening. If surgery is still required, earlier treatment may help limit complications and support a quicker recovery.

After treatment, our sweet patient is now resting comfortably in a cone(🙁😰🤯-->probably what Billy thinks) and giving us those irresistible puppy eyes...

If your pet has been bitten, please don’t take a “wait and see” approach. Early assessment and treatment can make a big difference.

Stay tuned for Billy's true colours..once he realises he's off the hook, you could sweat just trying to keep up with him!

Wishing Billy a quick recovery, we know he will be back to his normal self in no time.

25/09/2026

With the weather warming up, and having heard about sightings and bites already, I think we can say snake season has arrived.

Please take extra care when walking your pets, particularly near long grass, bushland, creeks, parks and walking trails.

To help keep your pet safe:
🐾 Keep dogs on a lead and avoid letting them investigate long grass or holes
🌿 Keep lawns short and remove garden clutter where snakes may hide
🪵 Take care around wood piles, sheds and warm sunny areas
🐱 Consider keeping cats indoors or closely supervised outside

Signs of a snake bite can include sudden collapse, weakness or wobbliness, vomiting, trembling, dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, bleeding or dark-coloured urine.

A bite wound is rarely found, swelling around the face, muzzle or limbs with blood usually makes it suspicious.

If you see or suspect a snake bite:
🚨 Keep your pet as still and calm as possible
🚨 Carry them rather than allowing them to walk
🚨 Call a veterinary clinic immediately and begin travelling there

Snake bites are a genuine emergency, and early treatment can make all the difference.

Stay alert and keep those curious noses safe this spring and summer.

21/09/2026

Eclipse is now symptom free for the longest time 🤞 🙂

We regularly check in on our feline kitties to see how their lifestyle and toileting habits are after knowing they are prone to urinary issues.

A urine sample every 3-6 months for the first 2 years at least is recommended if you can catch some at home, drop some off at your local vet for them to check the urines pH and level of protein which is important in tracking your cats bladder health. Even better if you can do a dipstick at home yourself and report it to your vet.

We know it's not easy collecting urine samples from our feline friends at home... but ....we have a trick / tip...which has worked for many of our clients...happy to share if we like you enough 😛.

Just kidding! Call if you need help, we are very happy to guide you.

17/09/2026

Simba came in with his sister Nala for their des*xing procedures… and this was his reaction when his family arrived to pick them up. It just puts smiles on everyone's faces.

Straight onto his back, paws in the air, ready to show everyone his little surgical site and tell them all about the excellent nap he had. Looks like, Simba approves of his hospital stay 10/10?

Wishing Simba and Nala a smooth recovery together and what a great job their owners are doing.😃

*xing

11/09/2026

A Maine C**n who looks at you like that...😁 (Why did "Mufasa or Scar " from Lion King come to mind?) Ok, let's be serious now..

This magnificent gentleman first came to see us for the treatment of diarrhoea, he’s now feeling much better after his visit..

Diarrhoea in cats can have many causes, including dietary changes, parasites, infections, food sensitivities or underlying medical conditions. If it persists, keeps returning or is accompanied by vomiting, poor appetite or lethargy, it’s worth getting checked.

Maine C**ns are known as the “gentle giants” of the cat world, famous for their impressive size, tufted ears, enormous fluffy paws and friendly personalities.

Thankfully, this handsome boy is back to looking majestic, feeling well and umm wants a pat straight away ? 😃

07/09/2026

Meet Bob! Hey Bob! ( We think Bob has to be the best name for this boy.)

Bob came in after sustaining a nail injury, it's been cleaned up and bandaged for a few days and will heal just fine. While he was with us, we also performed an airway examination under sedation.

Not every Bulldog, French bulldog or Pug automatically needs facial and airway surgery. We assess each dog individually using their breathing history, airway examination and a short exercise test..observing their breathing before and after activity, to determine how well they cope and whether surgery may improve their quality of life.

Bob does have a long soft palate, but he breathes comfortably, recovers well after exercise and even manages a 1 km jog with his owners each day! He also has beautiful skin, no ongoing allergy troubles and one of the loveliest temperaments you could ask for.

For now, Bob’s airway can be monitored, because BOAS (brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome) should be based on the dog’s symptoms and functional breathing grade, not simply their breed or appearance.

So…is Bob one lucky Bulldog, or are his owners the lucky ones? We think it’s definitely both. 💛

And, yes, we did say SO cute the whole time Bob was with us...😜

28/08/2026

Big puppy = big paws… and a little more to think about...

All that growing puts a lot of demand on their developing bones and joints. They can continue maturing well beyond their first birthday, so we pay particular attention to things like nutrition, body condition and how much exercise they’re doing while those joints are still developing.

Hip and elbow dysplasia, cruciate ligament disease and arthritis are some of the orthopaedic problems we think about more with our bigger dogs. Genetics certainly plays a role, but keeping them lean, feeding an appropriate large-breed puppy diet and avoiding excessive high-impact exercise while growing can all help set them up well.

And then there’s the question of...

“When should I des*x my dog?”

There isn’t one perfect age for every dog. For some larger breeds, there can be reasons to consider waiting until they’re closer to skeletal maturity rather than automatically des*xing at 6 months. Breed, s*x, expected adult size, behaviour, lifestyle and the individual dog’s health all come into the decision. We also discuss breed predisposed health conditions with first time pet owners during their vaccinations or any check ups.

It’s one of those conversations we much prefer to have with owners after assessing their pet rather than giving everyone the same answer.

Little Halo (big Halo, actually) is going to have his des*xing done much later and we will have a good look and check of his hips at the same time.

For now though… this little giant seems much more concerned about where the treats are. 👀😂

Check out his cool bandana!

25/08/2026

And who says the red light recovery area is just for dogs and cats? Rabbits can enjoy it too!

Little beautiful Oreo recovering and eating after his des*xing, all tucked up, comfortable and cosy in his pen, certainly making us feel like we could climb in and join him too on this rainy Tuesday.

We use these recovery spaces to create a warm, quiet and calming environment for our patients after procedures, or anytime being in hospital and away from home feels a little overwhelming. And if you’re wondering… there’s no extra charge for this. We've had many pet owners ask if they could have their pet in it and what the fee was: FREE.

It’s simply part of how we want to care for our patients or pets. Everyone deserves a cosy recovery spot. Wishing Oreo a speedy recovery! 🐰✨

Safe to say, his first x100 poo balls came out shortly after his procedure and he was happily chomping on his food. Winning 🙂

Rabbits unlike dogs and cats do not need to be fasted for GA and can eat straight away after, eating is good, and, pooping? even better. 👌

Address

486 Burwood Highway Vermont South
Melbourne, VIC
3133

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7pm
Friday	8:30am - 7pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+61399687771

Website

http://www.caringpaws.com.au/

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